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Category: Kindness
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Are there angels among us? This world seems to be divided between the warring and the loving. Are we approaching a tipping point, weary of war, and resolved to truly love our neighbors, even if they are very different from us? If you think that living a compassionate, kind life, isn't…
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Try not to resist an urge toward kindness – kindness and compassion- especially towards those closest to you. Kindness has a way of smoothing the edges and easing the way. Lucy the cat spreading the love! ©LaineQuinn 2022
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Collectively it is time that we imagine a better world. No matter what happens in the next months or years, it is time to put our minds on better things. Call it the power of positive thinking, of visualizing, of collective prayer – it all works and can change the world. Psychopathic…
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An old Spring House in San Miguel, Mexico – a reminder to be grounded – in our friendship with ourselves, with nature, with each other. Grounded in uncertainty, and upheaval, and accepting the times we find ourselves in. Grounded in whatever way you get grounded, for your very own peace of mind. …
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It's that time of year – in a very odd year _ when emotions are raw and memories haunt you. Riding waves of feelings, not knowing where they come from, or why, or how long, you hang on. Storms come and they go, and you hang on. You hang…
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In his book, "Humankind, A Hopeful History", Rutger Bregman writes about cynicism vs. realism. And I quote: Isn't it telling that in modern usage the realist has become synonymous with the cynic – for someone with a pessimistic outlook? In truth, it's the cynic who's out of touch. In truth, we're living…
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Let's be patient with one another. We are all in this for the long haul and depend on each other to remain safe and healthy. Love and kindness are our best tools to see this through. Love and kindness and patience. Deep breath. Sunrise, Saint Augustine Beach, Yesterday! ©2020…
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"Anchor the eternity of love in your own soul and embed this planet with goodness. Lean toward the whispers of your own heart, discover the universal truth, and follow its dictates. Release the need to hate, to harbor division, and the enticement of revenge. Release all bitterness. Hold only love, only peace in…
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Humans are hardwired for kindness and cooperation. That's how we've gotten this far. That's how we will go even farther. As far as we can imagine! Kindness. Compassion. Empathy. Generosity. We take good care of each other. Let's be patient and trusting – Like the good earth that we share. …
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"If kindness takes a little longer, it's worth the extra time." Eleanor McEvoy When we develop kindness towards ourselves, we can change the atmosphere of our days and lives; the atmosphere of our homes and work environments, and our relationships. Kindness, first for ourselves. All love and peace radiate from our…